iOS 26.1 Beta Adds New Phone and Camera Settings, Plus “Liquid Glass” Transparency Toggle

Apple’s latest iOS 26.1 beta (now in its fourth pre-release) introduces a handful of small but meaningful controls. Beyond a new option to reduce transparency effects in the “Liquid Glass” design language, Apple has added fresh toggles for the Phone and Camera apps to fine-tune everyday behavior.

• Reduce transparency: A new system toggle tones down Liquid Glass effects for clearer, higher-contrast visuals.
• Phone: Optional haptic feedback during calls adds subtle tactile cues while you’re on the line.
• Camera: Additional settings provide more granular control over capture behavior and app responsiveness.
• More controls: Extra switches help tailor how certain iOS components respond, improving comfort and accessibility.

Availability: These features are currently in beta and may change before the public release. Testers can find the new options in Settings after installing the latest iOS 26.1 beta build.

Helpful links: Join Apple’s Beta Software Program here, and track platform release notes on the Apple Developer site.

Why it matters: Visual transparency controls and haptic call feedback can boost comfort and accessibility, while the Camera tweaks give users more control—useful refinements that make the iPhone feel smoother in daily use.

Tip: If your iPhone is mission‑critical, consider waiting for the stable release to avoid potential beta bugs.

Discussion: Which tweak matters most to you—clearer visuals, haptic call feedback, or the new Camera controls?